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Fishing
Birding
Camping
Cross-country Skiing
Sledding
Hiking
Historical Features
Nature Study
Horseback Riding
Picnicking
Walking
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At Carriage Hill Farm, daily farm activities, historical talks and demonstrations are given from
10 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1-4 p.m. each day. Please call ahead for more details or stop by and see us!
Morning Chores
Come help the farmer with various farm chores like feeding the animals and collecting eggs.
Program is on the third Saturday of each month from 8:30 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. Registrations
Required and Limited. To register, check the program listings or call (937) 278-2609.
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 CAUTION - Visitors have reported higher than normal tick populations near the ponds at Carriage Hill. LEARN MORE >> |
Spring Update
Join us for spring at Carriage Hill MetroPark! The activity level at the Historical Farm will increase as we start getting our fields ready for planting. Our horse trails are open, but may be muddy through the spring season. Hiking trails will also be slick after substantial rains, so watch your step! If you see a team of yellow-suited staff members setting the tall-grass prairie on fire, don’t be alarmed; it’s just time for our conservation crew to manage prairie habitat through controlled burns. Learn more about the importance of burning prairies by visiting our conservation habitat page.Read our Farm Life and Local Foods Blog >> |
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 RIP Jack the Mule:
On January 26, 2013, Jack the Mule passed away at the age of 32. Although he had been semi-retired from farm work since 2001, he was nevertheless a presence on the historical farm grounds and beloved by staff and park visitors alike. If you have a special memory of Jack the Mule—a story or photo—that you would like to share, please leave your notes and pictures at the special Jack the Mule Celebration Board at the visitor center. |
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- About The Park
Farm life in the 1880s comes alive at Carriage Hill MetroPark. Visitor Center exhibits
start the journey back in time while demonstrations, reconstructed and historical
buildings, and even period farm animals paint the picture. There are also acres
of natural beauty to enjoy and a horseback riding center.
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- History
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In 1830, Daniel and Catharine Arnold, of Rockingham County, Virginia, along with
their five children, decided to move west. They sold their land, packed their possessions
in a wagon, and set off for Ohio. After a long journey by ox and wagon, they settled
along Dry Run, a tributary of the Mad River. The property they settled on was initially
purchased by Henry Harshbarger, Catharine Arnold’s father, in 1830. Upon arriving,
the family moved into a log house previously built on the site. In the spring, Daniel
Arnold bought 158 acres from his father-in-law for $2,000. A new house was finished
by the Arnold Family in 1836.
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- Accessibility
There are disabled parking sites at the Visitor Center's parking lot and lake lots.
Both the farm and Visitor Center public restrooms have an accessible stall. Current
drinking fountains are of the older style and work well for some, but not all wheelchair
users. An accessible fishing pier is also provided. The Visitor Center does contain
an elevator.
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- Directions & Public Transportation
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Directions
Carriage Hill MetroPark is located off of I-70 at State Route 201/Brandt Pike. Go
North for one mile to the park entrance at E. Shull Road.
Public Transportation
RTA Bus Routes 18 or 19
Take route 18 north on Main Street or #19 east on Third Street through downtown
to the intersection of 201 and E. Shull Road in Huber Heights. The entrance to Carriage
Hill MetroPark is across the street and north a short distance.
• Plan a Bus Trip!
• Learn about
RTA's Bike Rack Program
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- Conservation
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The natural areas of Carriage Hill MetroPark consist mainly of former farmland and
woodlots. Large, open grasslands, diverse successional areas, created ponds and
wetlands, a 14-acre lake, and two forest tracts make for a very diverse experience.
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Visitor Information
GPS Coordinates
Latitude: 39.878327
Longitude: -84.094407
Park Hours:
April - October, 8am – 10pm
November - March, 8 am – 8 pm
Park is closed Christmas and New Year's Day.
Historical Farm & Visitor Center
Hours:
April - October:
Visitor's Center: Tues-Sat, 1oam-5pm, Sun 12-5pm
Historic Farm Grounds: 8am-5pm
Historic Farm Buildings: Tues-Sat, 10am-5pm. Sun 12-5pm
Country Store: Tues-Sun 12-4:45pm
November - March:
Visitor's Center: Tues-Sun, 12-4pm
Historic Farm Grounds: 8am-4pm
Historic Buildings: Sat-Sun, 12-4pm
Country Store: Tues-Sun, 12-3:45pm
All farm facilities are closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years Day.
Riding Center
Hours:
Barns are open 9am-4 pm every day except Christmas and New Years Day.
Facility Rental:
Picnic shelters are non-reservable.
Parking:
Free parking is available: See map
School Group Tours:
Available by request. Call to schedule.
View a list of Field Trips
Pet Policy:
Dogs are welcome, but must be leashed and under control at all times. No pets are allowed in the Historical Farm or Visitor Center, unless they are guide
dogs.
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Park Features/Amenities |
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Carriage Hill MetroPark was established in 1968 in order to interpret both the natural
and cultural history of the Miami Valley. Comprised of over 900 acres, it provides
the public with many experiences. Carriage Hill offers scenic woodlands, prairies,
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